DROWNING SEASON IS HERE

Two young men died over the weekend in the water—one at Detroit Lake, and one at Wildwood Falls, near Cottage Grove.  An 18-year old senior at Sprague High School was swimming across the river at Detroit Lake when he went under.  His friends found him, pulled him out, and started CPR.  He died the next day at a local hospital.  A U of O student died when he jumped from the top of Wildwood Falls and did not surface.  Rescuers say at this time of year, be mindful of currents, the cold water, and the distance you plan to swim.  And when jumping, know what you’re jumping into.

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